Barefoot In the Park
Barefoot In the Park

Barefoot In the Park

1982Movie127 minEnglish

HBO Standing Room Only presentation of the 1981 stage revival. From the Neil Simon Book. New Yorkers Paul Bratter and Corie Bratter née Banks have just gotten married. He is a stuffed shirt just starting his career as a lawyer. She is an independently minded free spirit who prides herself on doing the illogical purely out of a sense of adventure

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Buzz KulikGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

This made-for-television film adaptation follows the newlywed life of Corie and Paul Bratter as they navigate the challenges of their first apartment together. Their charming but quirky New York City dwelling proves to be a source of both joy and comic strife, exacerbated by Corie's eccentric mother and a peculiar upstairs neighbor. Their differing personalities and newfound independence are put to the test as they learn to compromise and build a life together.

Critical Reception

As a made-for-television movie, 'Barefoot in the Park' received a modest reception, largely seen as a charming if somewhat dated adaptation of Neil Simon's classic play. While it captured the comedic spirit, it didn't significantly redefine the material and was generally perceived as a lighthearted, family-friendly viewing experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • A light and breezy romantic comedy that stays true to its theatrical roots.
  • The cast delivers charming performances, particularly in their portrayal of the newlywed dynamic.
  • While enjoyable, the film offers a fairly straightforward and unsurprising retelling of the familiar story.

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Fun Fact

This 1982 television film is an adaptation of Neil Simon's 1963 Broadway play, which was famously adapted into a 1967 feature film starring Robert Redford and Jane Fonda.

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